Cost & Timeline
State Fee
$2–$25 per document (state fee varies)
Plus service and shipping fees
Standard Processing
5–10 business days
After document received
Expedited Processing
1–3 business days
Additional fee applies
Power of attorney apostille processing is relatively straightforward because the document is notarized. The apostille verifies the notary's signature and commission, not the content of the POA. Processing takes 5–10 business days standard at most state offices. The key is ensuring the notary is commissioned in the state where you submit for apostille.
Who Needs a Power of Attorney Apostille?
- Individuals authorizing someone to act on their behalf in international real estate transactions
- Business owners delegating authority for foreign operations
- People managing legal or financial matters in a foreign country remotely
- Parents granting temporary guardianship authority for international travel
- Individuals handling inheritance or estate matters abroad
Required Documents
- Original notarized power of attorney
- Copy of notary's commission (some states)
- Government-issued ID of the principal
- Apostille application and fee
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Having the POA notarized by a notary from a different state — the apostille must match the notary's state
- Using an expired notary commission — check that the notary's commission is current
- Not checking destination country format requirements before drafting the POA
- Failing to have witnesses sign when the destination country requires it
- Not getting the POA translated into the destination country's language when required
Ready to Get Started?
Submit your documents for apostille processing today. Our team reviews every submission to ensure it meets requirements — avoiding rejections and delays.
Free document review included — we check your documents before processing.
Step-by-Step Process
Draft the Power of Attorney
Have a licensed attorney prepare the POA according to the destination country's requirements. Some countries have specific format requirements.
Notarize the Document
The POA must be notarized by a commissioned notary public in the United States. The notary's commission must be current and registered in the state.
Submit to Secretary of State
Send the notarized POA to the Secretary of State in the state where the notary is commissioned.
Receive the Apostilled POA
The apostille authenticates the notary's signature, making the POA legally valid in 120+ Hague Convention countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any power of attorney be apostilled?+
Does the destination country need to accept the POA format?+
Can I apostille a durable power of attorney?+
What if my notary is in a different state than where I live?+
Why Choose 1Apostille
All 50 States
We process apostilles nationwide — every state covered.
Document Review
Free pre-submission review to prevent rejections.
Fast Processing
Standard and expedited options available.
Secure Handling
Your documents are handled with care and confidentiality.
Start Your Power of Attorney Apostille Today
Let our experienced team handle the complete apostille process for you — from document review to Secretary of State submission and secure delivery.